$406,000
SOLD AUG 23, 2013

2879 S Buchanan St Unit A1 Arlington, VA 22206

Fairlington Neighborhood
1 Bed
2 Baths
1,528 Sq Ft
$358/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$266 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Gunston Middle School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Upgraded Countertops

About This Home

As of August 2013

OPEN SUNDAY 1-4pm. You'll love this upgraded Hermitage model. HUGE RENOVATED EAT IN KITCHEN w/ custom cabinets, quartz counters, & raised ceiling. Spacious "den" off rec room used as 2nd MASTER BED w/ HUGE CUSTOM CLOSETS! Lovely Hardwood Floors on 2 Levels. Newer Windows. Crown Molding. 2 Stunning Baths. Washer/dryer in utility room. Huge brick patio perfect for entertaining, BBQs, & relaxing.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Shaun Murphy

Compass License #SP98365855

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Marcia MacDonald

RE/MAX Allegiance

RE/MAX Allegiance

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,460

Year Built

  • Built in 1944

HOA Fees

  • $358 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,528 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Window Treatments
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Connecting Stairway
  • Front Basement Entry

Parking

  • Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • On-Street Parking
  • Surface Parking
  • Rented or Permit Required

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 29-008-300

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include lawn maintenance, management, insurance, reserve funds, trash, water, snow removal, sewer
  • Low-Rise Condominium
  • Fairlington Villages Subdivision, Hermitage Floorplan
  • Fairlington Villages Community

Amenities

  • Community Center

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Indoor Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,460

Year Built

Built in 1944

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$358 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Unit/Flat/Apartment
  • Unit Building Type: Garden 1 - 4 Floors
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Lower 2, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Year Built: 1944
  • Remarks Public: OPEN SUNDAY 1-4pm. You'll love this upgraded Hermitage model. HUGE RENOVATED EAT IN KITCHEN w/ custom cabinets, quartz counters, & raised ceiling. Spacious "den" off rec room used as 2nd MASTER BED w/ HUGE CUSTOM CLOSETS! Lovely Hardwood Floors on 2 Levels. Newer Windows. Crown Molding. 2 Stunning Baths. Washer/dryer in utility room. Huge brick patio perfect for entertaining, BBQs, & relaxing.
  • Special Assessment Payment: Annually
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Breakfast Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Built-Ins, Entry Level Bedroom, Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Open
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: 1st Floor
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Front Entrance, Fully Finished
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1528
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1528
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 258.44
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1528
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 2879

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Pool Private: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Rented/Permit Required, Limited Common Elements, Surface
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Heat Pump(s), Programmable Thermostat
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s), Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 358.00
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Community Center, Pool - Outdoor, Tennis - Indoor, Tot Lots/Playground, Tennis Courts
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Lawn Maintenance, Management, Insurance, Reserve Funds, Trash, Water, Snow Removal, Sewer
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Rules: Pets - Allowed
  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 316000.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 40300.00
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Year Assessed: 2012
  • Zoning: RA14-26

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10642011
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3459.67
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 29-008-300
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 839
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2012
  • Close Date: 08/23/2013

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 19, 2013
Closed on
Aug 23, 2013
Sold by
Cahill Jason Mccune
Bought by
Mackey Douglas S
Seller's Agent
Shaun Murphy
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Marcia MacDonald
RE/MAX Allegiance
List Price
$394,900
Sold Price
$406,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,100
2.81%
Total Days on Market
3
Current Estimated Value
$573,744

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$167,744
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.99%
Original Mortgage
$296,250
Interest Rate
4.51%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2010
Sold by
Stensvaag Cristina P
Bought by
Cahill Jason M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$388,067
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 27, 2000
Sold by
Overton Ned
Bought by
Stensvaag James T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$171,551
Interest Rate
8.59%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 31, 2000
Sold by
Dittmar Estrella S P
Bought by
Menseck Richard K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$85,000
Interest Rate
7.91%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 27, 1998
Sold by
Collura Barbara L and Collura Chris A
Bought by
Overton Ned W and Overton Alica A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$118,000
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 21, 1993
Sold by
Frese Priddy S C
Bought by
Collura Barbara L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$134,150
Interest Rate
7.03%

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $406,000 --
Warranty Deed $379,900 --
Deed $175,500 --
Deed $87,000 --
Deed $147,500 --
Deed $139,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $240,000 New Conventional
Closed $296,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $388,067 VA
Previous Owner $150,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $198,100 New Conventional
Previous Owner $171,551 No Value Available
Previous Owner $85,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $118,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $134,150 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/01/2023 07/01/23 Rented $2,900 0.0% --
06/17/2023 06/17/23 Under Contract -- -- --
05/01/2023 05/01/23 For Rent $2,900 +16.0% --
07/03/2021 07/03/21 Rented $2,500 0.0% --
05/25/2021 05/25/21 Under Contract -- -- --
05/24/2021 05/24/21 For Rent $2,500 0.0% --
08/23/2013 08/23/13 Sold $406,000 +2.8% $266 / Sq Ft
07/22/2013 07/22/13 Pending -- -- --
07/19/2013 07/19/13 For Sale $394,900 -- $258 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $5,073 $491,100 $48,700 $442,400
2023 $5,058 $491,100 $48,700 $442,400
2022 $4,972 $482,700 $48,700 $434,000
2021 $4,767 $462,800 $43,900 $418,900
2020 $4,443 $433,000 $43,900 $389,100
2019 $4,122 $401,800 $40,300 $361,500
2018 $3,958 $393,400 $40,300 $353,100
2017 $3,859 $383,600 $40,300 $343,300
2016 $3,618 $365,100 $40,300 $324,800
2015 $3,761 $377,600 $40,300 $337,300
2014 $3,698 $371,300 $40,300 $331,000
Source: Public Records

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1001582519

Bright MLS

APN: 29-008-300